Pre-Maintenance Procedures; Raising The Seat - Toro TimeCutter SS3225 Operator's Manual

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Park machine on level ground, disengage drives, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key or disconnect
spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, cleaning or
repairing. Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
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Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal
first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and negative last.
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Keep the machine, guards, shields and all safety devices in place and in safe working condition. Frequently
check for worn or deteriorating components and replace them with the manufacturer's recommended
parts when necessary.
WARNING
Removal or modification of original equipment, parts and/or accessories may alter the
warranty, controllability, and safety of the machine. Unauthorized modifications to the
original equipment or failure to use original Toro parts could lead to serious injury or
death. Unauthorized changes to the machine, engine, fuel or venting system, may violate
applicable safety standards such as: ANSI, OSHA and NFPA and/or government regulations
such as EPA and CARB.
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Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing them.
Only replace damaged blades. Never straighten or weld them.
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Use jack stands to support the machine and/or components when required.
CAUTION
Raising the machine for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic
jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or
may malfunction allowing the machine to fall, which could cause injury.
Do not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands
or equivalent support.
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Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible, Do Not make adjustments with the engine
running. If the maintenance or adjustment procedure require the engine to be running and components
moving, use extreme caution.
WARNING
Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal injury.
Keep your fingers, hands, and clothing clear of rotating components and hot surfaces.
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Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper tightness.
Pre-Maintenance
Procedures

Raising the Seat

Ensure that the parking brake is engaged. Lift the
seat forward.
You can access following components by raising the
seat:
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Serial plate
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Service decal
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Seat-adjustment bolts (if applicable)
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Fuel filter
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Battery and battery cables
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